Spring in the Isarco Valley

… the frosty nights are dreaded by farmers. If the temperature falls below 0° C, frost irrigation must be switched on at night to protect the flowers from the cold with the freezing water. These are special nights that often keep farmers awake and remind us again and again how powerless we are against nature and the climate. The next morning, all worries are forgotten, when you look into the fields, and you are amazed at the sight of frozen flowers …

Hiking and cycling are particularly pleasant activities in spring, as the still moderate temperatures allow you to breathe freely. The marvellous landscapes remind you to take breaks and enjoy the views. Furthermore, the city of Bressanone strives to offer an extensive entertainment programme with a variety of events, such as the Water Light Festival, and much more.

Summer is a true highlight of life, a time of full splendour and lush green, and also a high time for farmers. Everything is sprouting and blooming! Each plant wants to express its being and stretches towards the sun. The vegetable gardens thrive and feed us. It is a special moment to enjoy the first vegetables from your own gardens and fields. A particularly precious taste that comes from the generosity of nature and our own efforts.

Besides all the hard work that, especially for us farmers, never ends – in the warm season, the mountains shine in a midsummer glory and invite you to enjoy their cool slopes and to let your gaze wander into the striking Dolomites. The mountain slopes are ideal for long hikes to the peaks of the southern side of the Alps, as well as for short walks to the many mountain lodges and alpine huts, which welcome hikers with traditional South Tyrolean dishes. Meanwhile, many hiking trails are also easily accessible by bike – There is so much to discover in the woods for the more adventurous cyclists. Especially Mount Plose – the local mountain of Bressanone – stands at the forefront when it comes to cycling and offers many opportunities to have fun on two wheels. Mount Plose also offers ideal conditions for families and older people for relaxed yet exciting hikes with a magnificent panorama of the Dolomites. While on Mount Plose you’ll find a certain degree of infrastructures to meet a wide variety of needs, the region around Radlsee on the opposite side of the valley is still a very natural area that invites you to embark on somewhat more challenging hikes.

Once arrived at Radlsee, you may wonderfully relax, surrounded by all the elements. A dip into the ice-cold mountain water, a couple of delicious dumplings at the mountain lodge Radlseehütte, bright sunshine and a breath-taking panorama of the Dolomites are well worth the effort of the steep hike. For a more leisurely experience, there are some places to take a swim. The outdoor pool Acquarena in Bressanone, which can be reached in 10 minutes from the farm Marxenhof and offers you free admission with the BrixenCard, invites you to cool off and have fun in its spacious pools every day. The natural swimming pond in Luson offers another alternative, a somewhat more familiar way to cool off on hot summer days. In the towns and villages there are all kinds of cultural activities and festivals that liven up your summertime experience. And the farm Marxenhof is a wonderful place to simply relax, indulge, do nothing, and unwind. In the garden, under the walnut tree, under the fig tree or on the balcony – the farm Marxenhof offers the perfect mix between action and relaxation!

… It is an enchanting moment that invites us to reflect on our relationship to nature and to meet it with devotion and devotion. At the farm Marxenhof, the apple and vegetable harvests are in full swing at the end of August. The harvest represents an intense moment in the annual cycle. The fruits of our efforts are being reaped. It’s a moment of joy and reflection. It is a moment of gratitude in which we remember how deeply we owe nature and how much we ask of it and how generously it gives again and again. As soon as it gets dark and there is a bit of calm, a pan of freshly collected chestnuts or ‘Keschtn’, as they say in South Tyrol, is often roasted over a fire. With a spicy hot apple juice, the chestnuts taste very special. The views of the clear South Tyrolean autumn sky, which is modelled on the remaining deciduous forests in a very particular dress, let your thoughts wander and dream of a life in harmony with nature. Autumn is not only celebrated at the farm Marxenhof, the city of Bressanone also strives to welcome this season and its abundance with the Bread & Strudel Market. It refers to ancient traditions and South Tyrolean customs and offers children a great experience. There is plenty of traditional folk music and the main square in Bressanone awaits you in all its autumnal splendour. There is also a great festival for e-bikers and mountain bikers, where many enthusiasts come together and live their passion. As you can see, autumn in South Tyrol is truly enchanting …